Cafe Avanti Restaurant

4.9

705 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Established in 1989, Cafe Avanti is in a league of its own. Fine traditional Italian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. It's family owned and operated, and home away from home for Miami Beach locals. The staff is welcoming and hospitable, and are sure to make you feel like a regular even as a first time guest. Chef Constantino Cadavid has been at the helm of Cafe Avanti for over 21 years. It's reputation for consistency is like no other. From veal meatballs and tuna tartare, to osso bucco and frutta di mare, every dish is absolutely decadent. Desserts are homemade & the ricotta cheesecake is the best you will ever have. Parking is easy and meters are turned off at 6pm. Whether you sit at the bar, cozy brick room, a romantic table by the window, or have a large party, Cafe Avanti will provide you with the perfect experience that you are looking for.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 538-4400
Website
http://www.cafeavanti.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Constantino Cadavid
Private party facilities
Cafe Avanti hosts parties of up to 100 people. There is a private dining room that accommodates up to 40 guests, and a semi private dining room for 16.

Location
732 41st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Neighborhood
South Beach
Cross street
Between Chase & Prarie Ave on Arthur Godfrey Rd
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Antipasto rustico$12.00
Assorted dry italian meats & imported cheese.
Beet tartare with goat cheese$12.00
Carpaccio di manzo$12.00
Sliced filet mignon topped with arugula & parmesan.
Carpaccio di salmone$12.00
Sliced salmon, shaved fennel, lemon & capers.
Caprese$12.00
Fresh mozzarella,beefsteak tomato&basil with a balsamic reduction.
Calamari fritti$12.00
Deep fried calamari to crispy served with marinara sauce.
Vongole oreganate$12.00
Fresh clams baked with seasoned bread crumbs.
Carciofi$12.00
Whole artichoke stuffed with seasoned bread crumbs.
Polpette homemade veal meatballs$12.00

Antipasti Del Mare

Black grouper ceviche$15.00
Lemon, onions, red peppers.
Tuna tartare$15.00
Onions, capers, ginger, lemon & cilantro, with garlic croutons.
Crab cakes$15.00
2 to an order, italian style over marinara.
Mussels marinara$15.00
Mediterranean mussels in a marinara sofrito.
Octopus$15.00
Grilled, with warm olive oil.
Jumbo lump crabmeat cocktail$15.00
With mustard sauce.
Jumbo shrimp cocktail$15.00
3 to an order, with cocktail sauce.

Pasta

Capelli d'angelo$16.00
Angel hair with tomato & basil.
Pappardelle bolognese$16.00
Wide noodles with meat sauce.
Spaghetti con polpette$16.00
Spagetti with veal meatballs in marinara.
Rigatoni calabrese$16.00
Shiitake mushrooms & sausage.
Linguine carbonara$16.00
Pancetta bacon & cream sauce.
Penne broccoli$16.00
Sauteed with garlic & oil.
Fettuccine alfredo$16.00
Cream sauce & cheese.

Della Casa

Ravioli$18.00
With ricotta cheese & spinach.
Lasagne bolognese$18.00
Meat sauce & ricotta cheese.
Cannelloni$18.00
Rolled fresh crepe with veal & spinach ricotta.
Tortellini capriccio$18.00
Cream, prosciutto, mushrooms & cheese.
Rollatini di melanzane$18.00
Eggplant baked with ricotta cheese & tomato sauce.
Gnocchi al pesto$18.00
Homemade potato dumplings with Fresh basil sauce.

Arborio Risotti

Funghi porcini & asparagi$24.00
Di aragosta (lobster)$32.00

Pasta Con Frutti Di Mare

Ravioli di aragosta$23.00
Homemade lobster ravioli in a pink sauce with caviar.
Cozze marinara$23.00
Fresh mussels over spaghetini in a marinara sofrito.
Linguine con vongole$23.00
Little neck clams in a garlic clam broth.
Gamberoni fra diavolo$23.00
Spicy gulf shrimp over linguine.
Frutti di mare$23.00
Fresh tagliatelle with seafood in tomato sauce.
Bucatini gamberoni$23.00
Shrimp, leeks, sundried tomatoes .

Pesce Del Giorno

Fresh fish of the day
- Market Price

Pollo

Parmigiano di pollo$18.00
Topped with mozzarella cheese& tomato sauce.
Pollo fiorentina$18.00
Sauteed with lemon & white wine served over spinach.
Pollo avanti$18.00
Topped with prosciutto, eggplant & mozzarella in a light brown gravy sauce.

Vitello

Lombata di vitello$21.00
Veal cutlet milanese topped with chopped fresh green salad.
Vitello marsala$21.00
Veal scaloppini with Shiitake mushrooms & marsala wine.
Vitello piccata$21.00
Veal scaloppini with a lemon, White wine & butter sauce.

Della Griglia

Bistecca fiorentina$32.00
16 oz. new york sirloin marinated in olive oil, rosemary & garlic served over sauteed spinach & onions.
Costelette di agnello$40.00
Domestic colorado lamb chops marinated & grilled.
Costelette di maiale$27.00
Grilled double cut, bone-in pork chop.
Costelette di vitello$37.00
Lightly marinated & grilled center cut, bone-in veal chop.
Salmone grigliato$25.00
Grilled center cut norwegian salmon.
Polastrello$24.00
Whole grilled baby chicken with a garlic & white wine sauce.

Contorni

Spinaci & funghi$6.00
Sauteed spinach & mushrooms.
Patate alla costa$6.00
Sliced potatoes sauteed with onions until crispy Asparagi au gratin Fresh asparagus with melted reggiano cheese.
Fagiolini$6.00
Sauteed string beans.
Cannellini beans$6.00
Sauteed in warm olive oil with chopped red pepper & onion.

Weekly Specials

Monday-whole branzino$35.00
Herb roasted with potatoes, tomatoes & olives.
Tuesday-seabass$30.00
With white wine, capers & mushrooms.
Wednesday-valdostana$40.00
Stuffed veal chop with prosciutto & fontina.
Thursday-dover sole$45.00
Classically served, boned tableside.
Friday-lobster diavolo$32.00
Spicy maine lobster over spaghetti.
Saturday & sunday
Osso bucco 40 slowly cooked veal shank, in its own brown gravy over fettuccini.

What 705 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Avanti is a cherished Miami Beach gem loved by locals for its "amazing food" and "great service." Known for its "neighborhood vibe" and "friendly staff," this Italian eatery offers generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere. The "delicious" menu features classic dishes like veal marsala and salmon, making it a must-visit spot.

705 Reviews

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Andres VIP
Miami16 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is an amazing local Italian restaurant that is a must try for Miami Beach. The owners have been there for over 35 years so you know it has to be good. Sometimes it is a little loud which makes it hard to have conversations over dinner. BUT it is a must try.
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Paula
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time at this local restaurant that was above our expectations; simply perfect. Convenient, clean, welcoming staff, attentive & informative waiter, and diverse menu produced delicious food. Wonderful experience.
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Lowella VIP
Miami35 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Cafe Avanti is always perfect!! A perfect neighborhood restaurant that most Miami Beach locals feel welcome and comfortable The food is consistently good the waitstaff professional and reasonable prices
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Douglas J VIP
Miami26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Large portions. Very friendly service. Great atmosphere.
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Tom VIP
Pittsburgh71 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed the service provided in a beautifully decorated dining room. The food was excellent as well as the recommendations. Conveniently located near our hotel.
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Andrew
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Classic Italian. Reliable and consistently good with friendly wait staff.
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Henri
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently delicious, Cafe Avanti is the perfect neighborhood restaurant. Great Italian dishes and seafood.
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Tony
Miami109 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I think I needed to skip this restaurant for Valentine’s Day. Inflated prices,; unreasonably priced wines. As an Italian-American I was not impressed with the taste of the tomato sauce. Oh well. I’ll give it another try… sometime.
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Marcel
Fort Lauderdale4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to this restaurant a few times and it is always outstanding. The food is great and the staff is incredible. It is a must for us whenever we are in the area.
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Janet VIP
Miami7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food great service and great atmosphere …we’re never disappointed
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FAQs

Cafe Avanti Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Cafe Avanti Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 538-4400.

Cafe Avanti Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 705 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

732 41st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Additional information

Cross street
Between Chase & Prarie Ave on Arthur Godfrey Rd
Neighborhood
South Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Constantino Cadavid
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafeavanti.com/
Phone number
(305) 538-4400
Private party facilities
Cafe Avanti hosts parties of up to 100 people. There is a private dining room that accommodates up to 40 guests, and a semi private dining room for 16.

Cafe Avanti Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Zuppa

Minestrone$6.00

Straciatella$6.00

Pasta fagioli$6.00

Tortellini in Brodo$6.00

Insalate

Arugula$9.00

Ceasare$9.00

Avanti$9.00

Antipasti Clasici

Antipasto rustico$12.00

Beet tartare with goat cheese$12.00

Carpaccio di manzo$12.00

Carpaccio di salmone$12.00

Caprese$12.00

Calamari fritti$12.00

Vongole oreganate$12.00

Carciofi$12.00

Polpette homemade veal meatballs$12.00

Antipasti Del Mare

Black grouper ceviche$15.00

Tuna tartare$15.00

Crab cakes$15.00

Mussels marinara$15.00

Octopus$15.00

Jumbo lump crabmeat cocktail$15.00

Jumbo shrimp cocktail$15.00

Pasta

Capelli d'angelo$16.00

Pappardelle bolognese$16.00

Spaghetti con polpette$16.00

Rigatoni calabrese$16.00

Linguine carbonara$16.00

Penne broccoli$16.00

Fettuccine alfredo$16.00

Della Casa

Ravioli$18.00

Lasagne bolognese$18.00

Cannelloni$18.00

Tortellini capriccio$18.00

Rollatini di melanzane$18.00

Gnocchi al pesto$18.00

Arborio Risotti

Funghi porcini & asparagi$24.00

Di aragosta (lobster)$32.00

Pasta Con Frutti Di Mare

Ravioli di aragosta$23.00

Cozze marinara$23.00

Linguine con vongole$23.00

Gamberoni fra diavolo$23.00

Frutti di mare$23.00

Bucatini gamberoni$23.00

Pesce Del Giorno

Fresh fish of the day

Pollo

Parmigiano di pollo$18.00

Pollo fiorentina$18.00

Pollo avanti$18.00

Vitello

Lombata di vitello$21.00

Vitello marsala$21.00

Vitello piccata$21.00

Della Griglia

Bistecca fiorentina$32.00

Costelette di agnello$40.00

Costelette di maiale$27.00

Costelette di vitello$37.00

Salmone grigliato$25.00

Polastrello$24.00

Contorni

Spinaci & funghi$6.00

Patate alla costa$6.00

Fagiolini$6.00

Cannellini beans$6.00

Weekly Specials